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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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