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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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