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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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