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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning 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 make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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