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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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