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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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