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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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