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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered students all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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