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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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