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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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