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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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