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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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