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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also investigates 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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