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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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