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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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