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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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