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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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