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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring 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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