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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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