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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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