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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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