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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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