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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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