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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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