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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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