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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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