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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wake Island to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic 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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