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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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