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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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