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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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