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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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