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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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