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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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