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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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