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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guadeloupe to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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