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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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