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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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