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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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