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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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