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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning enable students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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