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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the 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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