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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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