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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Armenia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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