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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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