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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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