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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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