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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Belarus to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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