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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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