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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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