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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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