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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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