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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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