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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Honduras to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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