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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Gabon to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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