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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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