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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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