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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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