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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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