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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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