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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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