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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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