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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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