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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education