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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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