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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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