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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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