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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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