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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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