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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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