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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. Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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