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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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