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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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