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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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