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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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