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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Educators want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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