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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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