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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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