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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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