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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in digital education technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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