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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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