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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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