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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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