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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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