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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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