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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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