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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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