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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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