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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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