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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online education technology enable students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Latvia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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