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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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