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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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