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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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