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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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