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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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