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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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