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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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