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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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