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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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