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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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