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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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