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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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