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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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