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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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