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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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