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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these promising new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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