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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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