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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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