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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Latvia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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