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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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