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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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