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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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