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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in elearning have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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