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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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