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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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