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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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