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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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