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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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