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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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