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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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