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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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