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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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