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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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