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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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