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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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