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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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