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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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