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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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