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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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