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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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