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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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