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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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