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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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