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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massive 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 participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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