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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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