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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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