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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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