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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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