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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also considers the key 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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