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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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