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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open educational experiments. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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