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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education