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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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