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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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