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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Greece to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better understand these new open education endeavours. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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