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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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