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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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