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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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