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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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