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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the 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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