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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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