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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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