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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online education are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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