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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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