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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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