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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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