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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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