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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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