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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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