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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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