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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in digital education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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