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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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