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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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