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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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