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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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