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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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