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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with 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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