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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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