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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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