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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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