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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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