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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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