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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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