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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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