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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better grasp these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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