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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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