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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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