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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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