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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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