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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand these significant new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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