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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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