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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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