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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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