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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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