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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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