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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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