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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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