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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational experiments. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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