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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational experiments. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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