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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this demand for facts the intriguing 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 authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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