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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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