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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online education make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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