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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Morocco to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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