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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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