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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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