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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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