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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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