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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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