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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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