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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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