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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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