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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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