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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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