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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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