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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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