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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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