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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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