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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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