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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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