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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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