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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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