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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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