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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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