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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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