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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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