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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education technology are empowering learners all over the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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