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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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