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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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