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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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