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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are considering today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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