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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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