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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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