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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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