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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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