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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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