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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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