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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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