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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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