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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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