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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning have empowered learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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