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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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