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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Educators want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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