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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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