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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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