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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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