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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these promising new open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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