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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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