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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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