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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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