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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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