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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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