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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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