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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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