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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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