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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open education endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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