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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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