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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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