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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online learning have enabled people all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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