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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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