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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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