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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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