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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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