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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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