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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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