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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates 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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