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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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