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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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