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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. People want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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