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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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