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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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