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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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