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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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