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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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