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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Nagorno-Karabakh to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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