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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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