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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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