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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Jordan to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Teachers and many other participants need to better grasp these important new open educational experiments. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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