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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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