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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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