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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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