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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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