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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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