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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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