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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Andorra to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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