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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning have empowered people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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