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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to understand these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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