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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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