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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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