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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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