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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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