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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open education undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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