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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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