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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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