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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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