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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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