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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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