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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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