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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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