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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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