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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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