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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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