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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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