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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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