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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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