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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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