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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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