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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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