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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better understand these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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