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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in elearning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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