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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mayotte to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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