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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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