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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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