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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Croatia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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