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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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