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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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