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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses 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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