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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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