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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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