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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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