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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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