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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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