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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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