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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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