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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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