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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Iran to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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