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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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