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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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