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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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