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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Turkey to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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