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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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