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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources