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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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