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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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