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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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