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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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