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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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