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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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