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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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