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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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