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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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