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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to understand these significant new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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