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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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