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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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