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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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