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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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