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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online education are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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