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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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