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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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