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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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