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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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