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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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