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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor 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 digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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