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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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