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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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