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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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