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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online education make it possible for humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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