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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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