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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ascension to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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