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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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