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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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