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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? 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 institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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