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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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