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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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