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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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