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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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