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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online education technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also researches 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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