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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in digital education technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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