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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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