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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open education undertakings. People want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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