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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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