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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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