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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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