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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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