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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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