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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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