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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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