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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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