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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by 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 stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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