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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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