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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Guatemala to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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