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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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