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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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