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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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