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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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