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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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