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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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