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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational experiments. Instructors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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