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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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