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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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