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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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