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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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