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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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