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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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