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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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