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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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