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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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