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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Guam to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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