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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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