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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in electronic education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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