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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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