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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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