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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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