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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 massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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