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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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