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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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