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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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