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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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