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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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