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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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