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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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