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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in elearning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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