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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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