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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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