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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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