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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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