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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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