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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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