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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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