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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in digital education technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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