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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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