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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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