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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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