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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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