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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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