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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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