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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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