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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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