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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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