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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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