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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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