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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in digital education technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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