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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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