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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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