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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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