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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better grasp these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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