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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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