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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Honduras to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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