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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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