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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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