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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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