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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Trainers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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