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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education undertakings. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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