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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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