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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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