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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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