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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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