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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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