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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive these significant new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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