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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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