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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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