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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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