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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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