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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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