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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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