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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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