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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these open education endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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