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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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