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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are empowering learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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