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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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