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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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