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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to understand these open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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