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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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