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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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