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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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