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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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