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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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