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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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