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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This definitive new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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