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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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