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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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