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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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