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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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