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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Croatia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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