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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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