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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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