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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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