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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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