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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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