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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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