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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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