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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Students want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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