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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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