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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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