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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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