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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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