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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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