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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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