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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also investigates 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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