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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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