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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mauritius to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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