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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources