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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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