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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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