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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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