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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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