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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better understand these open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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