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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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