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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in electronic education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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