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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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