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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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