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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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