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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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