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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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