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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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