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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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