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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education experiments. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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