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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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