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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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