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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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