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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Greenland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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