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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology have empowered students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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