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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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