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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are almost always free 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 several topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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