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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in online learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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