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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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