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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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