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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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