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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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