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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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