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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these important new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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