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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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