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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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