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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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